Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is one of the most common mental illnesses in the United States. Treatment for OCD normally includes a combination of exposure, or cognitive-behavioral therapy and medication. Most people respond well to these treatments and are able to lead satisfying and productive lives.
Many people, however, never seek treatment and therefore live their lives suffering from the sometimes debilitating symptoms of OCD.
Some startling statistics about OCD:
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